Hundreds of people took to the streets of Dhaka, Bangladesh, demanding immediate action from the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to protect the Hindu community, which has faced increasing violence since the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024. The resignation followed intense political upheaval marked by nationwide […]
Adani Power, part of the sprawling Indian conglomerate led by Gautam Adani, has issued an ultimatum to the Government of Bangladesh: settle $800 million in outstanding payments by November 7 or face a complete power supply cut. The power supplied to Bangladesh originates from the 1,600 MW Godda coal-fired power plant in Jharkhand, India. Adani […]
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has vehemently condemned the recent wave of violent attacks against Hindus in Bangladesh, emphasizing the need for immediate international intervention. In a social media post timed with his Diwali message, Trump called the attacks on Hindu minorities “barbaric” and expressed his solidarity with those affected, including Christians and other minority […]
In a dramatic turn of events, Bangladesh has reversed its decision to ban the export of hilsa fish to India, just weeks before the highly anticipated Durga Puja festival. The interim government, led by Professor Muhammad Yunus, had initially halted the export to prioritise local demand. However, under growing pressure from Indian authorities and exporters, […]
Hindu persecution in Bangladesh has taken a dangerous turn following recent political upheavals. Despite the country’s secular constitution, the Hindu minority is increasingly facing violence, economic marginalization, and legal discrimination, exacerbated by the latest political developments. Historical Context What historical events have contributed to Hindu persecution in Bangladesh? The Partition of Bengal (1947) and the […]
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s departure from power has stirred international attention, with allegations pointing towards the United States’ role in her ouster. Hasina claims that her refusal to cede control of St. Martin Island—a strategic asset in the Bay of Bengal—was the tipping point that led to her forced resignation. St. Martin Island, […]
Recent developments in Bangladesh have seen a distressing escalation in violence against the Hindu community, with their temples, homes, and businesses being targeted amid political upheaval following the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The unfolding crisis Hindus in Bangladesh, comprising about 8% of the population, have traditionally supported the Awami League party led […]
Muhammad Yunus, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, was sworn into office on Thursday, August 8, to lead Bangladesh’s interim government as its chief adviser. This appointment came shortly after the student-led protests concluded the 15-year governance of Sheikh Hasina, the daughter of the nation’s founder, Mujibur Rahman. At the ceremony held at the Bangabhaban’s Durbar […]
In a dramatic turn of events, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been appointed to lead Bangladesh’s interim government as of Tuesday, August 6. The decision comes on the heels of a turbulent period for the South Asian nation, marked by the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her subsequent flight to India. Hasina […]
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country following intense and deadly protests against her government. The protests, initially sparked by grievances over job quotas, rapidly escalated into a broader movement demanding Hasina’s resignation, culminating in a dramatic and violent upheaval that has led to her departure and the announcement of an […]